Proceedings for Redfern DUI charge against client dismissed

Facts: Redfern DUI charge

Outcome:

O’Brien Criminal and Civil Solicitors successfully acted for WS at the Downing Centre Local Court. There was only one charge listed for hearing, driving under the influence of a prohibited drug. Pursuant to the court rules they were required to file the charge within 6 months of the alleged offence. However, police had filed the charge a day after the 6-month time period.

The charge was marked as having “NO JURISDICTION”, meaning proceedings were dismissed by the court.